Individual desired should have a strong understanding of commercial swine production.

Maxwell Farms of Indiana is a fully integrated swine producer. The operation is comprised of three (3) 4,800 head sow farms, three (3) 19,200 head per farm nurseries and approximately twenty-six (26) finishing contract growers.

The position serves as primary communications facilitator for the Indiana Swine Farming Operations. The positions main objective is to facilitate the orderly and accurate exchange of information and data between the associates, managers and staff at the satellite farms, the operations office and North Carolina business offices.

Regular business hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Individual must be proficient in MS Word, Excel and Internet, good verbal/written communication skills, professional appearance and telephone manner, command of English and Spanish language (written and oral), data entry skills, typing skills, interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential documentation, knowledge of office administration procedures and attention to detail.

Works in office, will occasionally go to farms. Occasionally to fill in at the Boar Stud and AI lab.

High school diploma required with some college coursework preferred. Minimum 3 years work experience.

Mission Statement: To be the leading worldwide supplier of pig breeding stock and related products and services to all members of the pork value chain through innovative and outstanding genetic technology, service and marketing.
Louisville, KY - USA

Work within the genetic nucleus crossbred team to ensure accurate slaughter plant data collection and PICtraq® data entry

Qualifications:

Must be a motivated "early riser" and self starter who can work independently and deliver accurate results in a timely manner.

A Bachelor's degree in Meat Science, Animal Science, or related field is preferred.

General agricultural knowledge including a basic understanding of the pig industry and production.

Working knowledge of computers including Windows operating system and Microsoft suite of programs (Windows, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Training in the use of the PIC database,
PICtraq®, will be provided by the employer.

Must be detail oriented with outstanding problem solving and organizational skills.

The Indiana Soybean Alliance will be hiring a Director of Livestock for ISA, the Indiana Corn Marketing Council and the Indiana Corn Growers Association. Current director Leah Beyer has been promoted to the Public Affairs Director, a newly created position for the organizations.

Supporting a healthy and growing livestock industry in the Indiana is a top priority for the organizations in their five-year strategic plan.

Introduction letters and resumes will be accepted for the position until Friday, July 29, 2011. Information should be sent to ISA/ICMC/ICGA Executive Director Jane Ade Stevens at jadestevens@indianasoybean.com

Nobis Agri Service, Inc., The Midwest's Leader in Dairy Nutrition, has an excellent career opportunity for a Director of Nutrition. The successful candidate will have previous industry experience providing first class customer service and innovative solutions to modern, large herd dairies.

Responsibilities -

Manage NAS nutritional program including ration balancing software

Continue to develop and gain business in Indiana and Ohio

Technical support for current NAS nutritionists

Develop training curriculum

Technical and sales support for growing business in our Michigan markets

Develop comprehensive calf program

Qualifications -

Bachelors Degree or higher in dairy science with an emphasis in nutrition

Relevant cattle feeding industry experience and technical knowledge

A proven record of progressive thinking and excellent communication skills

Ability to work independently with exceptional organization skills

Preferred location would be with the "triangle" of Lansing, MI; Demotte, IN; Findlay, OH with a center of Ft. Wayne, IN

Hill Shepherd is hiring for a writer/marketing coordinator. Journalism or marketing degree required with newswriting experience. Web design or graphic design skills a plus, but not required. Position is full-time in our offices in Stephenville, Texas, The Cowboy Capital of the World!

The Houston Zoo is looking for intern candidates for the Fall 2011 Semester . We will be accepting applications from June 1 st to July 31 st ; internships will begin September 1 st and run through December 31 st . Internships are available in the following areas:

After you have filled out your online application, please email your cover letter, letter of recommendation, and resume directly to equassa@houstonzoo.org or you can fax your information to us at 713-533-6783